International. Shure announced that President and CEO Santo (Sandy) LaMantia intends to retire, effective July 1, 2016. As part of a scheduled succession, both he and Ms. Rose L. Shure, Chairman of the Board, will appoint the current Executive Vice President of Global Operations, Marketing and Sales, and Chief Operating Officer (COO), Christine (Chris) Schyvinck, to succeed him as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). On January 1, 2016, Schyvinck will assume the additional title of President and serve in this role until her appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on July 1, 2016.
LaMantia joined Shure in November 1995 as Vice President of Engineering and was later named President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in May 1996. For 20 years, LaMantia has contributed significantly to the Company's strategic growth, cementing its global leadership as one of the most respected and recognized audio companies worldwide. Under his leadership, Shure has continued to thrive, bringing industry-leading innovations to market, advocating for customer needs and expanding its global presence.
Schyvinck joined Shure in 1989 and led the Operations Division before being appointed to lead Global Marketing and Sales in 2006. Most recently, she was promoted to Executive Vice President of Global Operations, Marketing and Sales and Chief Operating Officer (COO).
"It's an honor to be named Sandy's successor," Schyvinck said. "Over the years, Sandy and I have worked closely together to drive the Company's growth vision, and I am confident that we have already built a strong foundation that will lead us into the future. I'm thrilled that Sandy is going to be here for the next nine months, helping me with the transition to this new role. Shure has long established its position in the market as an innovative company, focused on unparalleled reliability and quality. With our talented team of Associates around the world, I am confident that we will continue to bring this vision to life and keep the Company moving forward. I am honored to enter this new role, excited by the challenge and grateful to the Shure Board for their support."
